German A-4 missile lifts off and descend during a test firing in Peenemunde, Germany during World War II.

German A-4 ballistic missile being test fired in Peenemunde, Germany during World War II. Missile on a launch pad near a launch tower. Puff of smoke rises from its tail section. Missile lifts off as it emits a fiery flare. Missile in flight. Missile descends leaving behind a vapor trail.